NHTSA recall 01V005001
Seats
Mitsubishi Eclipse and 2 more
Reported Jan 8, 200147 vehicles affectedMITSUBISHI AMERICABuilt Nov 9, 2000 – Nov 9, 2000
The defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. a number of incorrect driver side seat mounting bolts were installed into vehicles.
The risk
The rear anchor bolts securing the driver's seat may not properly secure the seat and could increase the risk of driver injury in an accident.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the seat mounting bolts and then replace the bolts if necessary. owner notification began february 15, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037.